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Driving with Daisy: Dogs & Motion Sickness Issues

Driving with Daisy: Dogs & Motion Sickness Issues

Spring is on the way. After a long winter, we all want to get out and enjoy the warmer weather. For many of us, that means we are starting to think about our travel plans. When making arrangements, do you find yourself not including your dog because he or she has a difficult time with car rides? Does your dog simply not like traveling? Does he or she become physically ill? Imagine being able to share more experiences with you canine friend without th […]

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Things That Go Bump in the Night

Things That Go Bump in the Night

Things That Go Bump in the NightHas this situation ever happened to you? It’s a quiet night at home when suddenly your dog starts panting, drooling, and whining. He/she starts pacing around the house, looking for a place to hide. You wonder what is going on. A few minutes later you hear the first rumble of thunder. As the storm rages, you try to comfort your dog. Despite your efforts, he/she is visibly shaken and in distress. Even after the storm has passed, your dog ha […]

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When Roles Are Reversed

When Roles Are Reversed

–Jayme, Hillside Veterinary TechnicianHave you ever found yourself in a vet clinic in pure shock? That’s exactly where I found myself one afternoon. I brought my dog, Woodrow, in for an examination because he got into the trash can and was experiencing vomiting and diarrhea. I fully expected him to have what we refer to in the veterinary world as “garbage gut”. I already had in my mind that we would probably do some fluid therapy, medications to help his gut, and a bland diet […]

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In the Hotseat: Drs. Anna & Aaron

In the Hotseat: Drs. Anna & Aaron

As some may be aware, as of January 1, 2020, Hillside Animal Hospital is under new ownership. This is a very exciting time, as we announce Drs. Anna and Aaron as our new practice owners! Our goal with this Q&A, was to allow you, our dedicated clients, to get to know them on a different level.Question: Where did you attend vet school?Dr.’s Anna and Aaron: University of Missouri- Columbia Question: How long have you been in practice?Dr.’s Anna and Aaron: 6 years this Ma […]

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Happier Pets Are Healthier Pets

Happier Pets Are Healthier Pets

by Carolyn Torno, RVT, Fear Free Certified Professional Level 3, Low Stress Handling Certified SilverStress – we all experience it when going to our doctor. Our heart races, blood pressure rises, and we just want to get it over with. While we can express our fears and anxieties to our health professionals, our pets cannot. In fact, a 2014 study conducted by Bayer Veterinary Healthcare showed that 37% of dog owners and 58% of cat owners believe that their pet hates veterinary visits. They […]

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Rabies and Your Pet’s Exposure Factor

Rabies and Your Pet’s Exposure Factor

Descriptions of rabies go back thousands of years as it has classically been one of the most feared infections of all time. It is caused by a rhabdovirus that, in most cases, the disease is transmitted through a bite wound. So, you may find yourself asking, why does my indoor cat or dog that only goes outside to potty need a rabies vaccine? And the answer is, wildlife CAN and WILL come inside. The most common wildlife species to spread rabies in Missouri are the skunk, bat, raccoon, fox a […]

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FNAs ASAP!

FNAs ASAP!

When our veterinarians ask you if we can perform a fine needle aspirate on your pet what we should say is, “We need an FNA ASAP.”FNAs (or fine needle aspirates) are a diagnostic tool that we can use in our office, for a relatively low cost. They can give us important answers to the new lump that you found on Fido. Fine needle aspirates are performed very quickly in the exam room. The procedure involves inserting a needle into a growth either on or just below the skin in the subcutaneous a […]

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It’s Raining Puppies!

It’s Raining Puppies!

Did you know that by 4 months of age, 80% of your puppy’s brain has already developed to maturity? That means they have already formed a variety of associations with their surroundings and the people and objects within it. This is why socializing your young puppy in a safe and controlled environment is so important. The prime time to do this is between 8-16 weeks of age. During this time frame they are taking in the most stimuli from their environment and deciding what they do and do not […]

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The Perfect Pet

The Perfect Pet

We all have an idea of our perfect pet. It may be a particular breed, a desired gender, or have apersonality that fits our lifestyle. Some prefer a young animal that they can train, while otherswant to skip the housetraining and choose to adopt an older animal. Animals with imperfectionsare often looked over. They may have behavior issues or some other less desirable physicaltrait. We can judge books by their covers even though we should know better. Throughout mytime spent at Hillside An […]

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Putting the Treat into Treatment – Is your Veterinarian Fear Free?

Putting the Treat into Treatment – Is your Veterinarian Fear Free?

The new year is bringing exciting changes to Hillside Animal Hospital. If you haven’t been in recently to see our new separate cat waiting space and exam room, you should stop by. These newly constructed areas help make your cat’s visit as stress free as possible. In our waiting area we diffuse calming lavender as well as provide towels sprayed with Feliway, a pheromone product to help reduce stress levels in cats. These towels can be placed over your cat’s carrier while you wait […]

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